Arab newspapers and environmental news platforms have also covered the release of the first technical report issued by the Arab Network for Emerging Environmental Pollutants (EPN), which focuses on environmental contamination by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the Arab region.

Media coverage described the report as the first organized Arab scientific assessment dedicated to PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and potential risks to human health. Reports noted that the document highlights major research gaps, limited regional monitoring data, and the reliance on overseas laboratories for advanced chemical analyses.

Arab press outlets also pointed out that the report aims to serve as a scientific reference for policymakers, regulators, and researchers, supporting the development of evidence-based environmental and public health policies. The report calls for investment in local analytical capacity, regional cooperation, and coordinated monitoring frameworks.

Coverage of the report appeared in outlets such as The Press Post, Afaq Beiyah (marocenv.com), alongside other Arab environmental and scientific media platforms, reflecting growing media interest in emerging environmental pollutants and their implications for the Arab world.